Utilities Engineer (RTA / Roads experience)

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 onboarding

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Utilities Inspector to supervise and inspect the construction of dry utility networks in Dubai, including HV/LV cables, street lighting, and telecom, ensuring compliance with drawings and authority standards (RTA, DEWA, Etisalat, Du, DM).

The role requires reviewing methods, trench work, and coordination between dry and wet utilities, maintaining records, and coordinating inspections with local authorities for approvals and NCR closure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 7–12 years of experience in Utilities engineering.
• Masters is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect the construction of dry utility networks (HV/LV cables, street lighting, telecom, ITS).
• Review excavation, duct laying, backfilling, cable pulling, jointing, termination and chamber installation works.
• Inspect trench preparation and protection layers; coordinate between dry and wet utilities to avoid clashes.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements and as-builts; monitor safety and quality control.
• Witness and verify inspection requests and conduct tests (continuity, insulation resistance, functional testing).
• Coordinate with local authorities (RTA, DEWA, Etisalat, Du, Civil Defense, DM) for inspections and approvals; close NCRs.
• Maintain inspection records, review daily progress, and participate in coordination meetings.
• Verify trench reinstatement, surface finishing, and utility protection; ensure documentation for handover.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

• Contract
• State/Province: Dubai
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM MIDDLE EAST LIMITED DUBAI BRANCH
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AE - Dubai, UAE - UBora Tower - Site

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

• Supervise and inspect the construction of dry utility networks including HV/LV cables, street lighting, telecom (Etisalat/Du), ITS, and related infrastructure, verifying compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and authority standards (RTA, DEWA, Etisalat, Du, and DM).
• Review and verify excavation, duct laying, backfilling, cable pulling, jointing, termination, and chamber installation works in accordance with project specifications and approved method statements.
• Inspect trench preparation, bedding, and protection layers before and after utility installation, ensuring proper coordination between dry and wet utility networks to avoid clashes.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and as-built drawings related to dry utilities, and monitor contractor compliance with safety requirements and quality control procedures.
• Witness and verify inspection requests (WIRs) and ensure all tests such as continuity, insulation resistance, and functional testing are properly conducted and documented.
• Coordinate with local authorities (RTA, DEWA, Etisalat, Du, Civil Defense, and DM) for inspections, NOCs, and approvals; identify and report non-conformances (NCRs) until closure.
• Maintain inspection records and site documentation, review daily progress reports, and participate in progress and coordination meetings to address technical issues and utility conflicts.
• Verify trench reinstatement, surface finishing, and utility protection and marking are carried out as per project requirements, and ensure all testing, commissioning, and handover documentation are complete before project closeout.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
• Minimum of 7-12years of experience in Utilitiesengineering.
• Masters is prefrable but not mandatory

Additional Information

• Candidate should have worked in UAE for minimum 3-5 years in RTA or DM projects mandatory

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

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